Orc Survivor

About

"Orc Survivor" is a class-based action roguelite where you vanquish thousands of enemies and unique bosses in 20-minute runs. Choose from three classes, each with unique weapons and playstyles, and evolve your weapons for devastating power. Power-up between runs with Boons, the Armory, and Orphan rescues, with 15+ weapon modifiers and 10 levels of difficulty to prove your skills.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Engaging gameplay with a solid loop and good replayability, making it easy to pick up and play in short sessions.
Unique weapon rank system allows for customization and adds depth to the gameplay experience.
Fun and addictive, with a variety of weapons, classes, and quests that enhance the overall enjoyment.

The game is light on content, with some players feeling it could benefit from more expansions or additional features.
Some mechanics, like the weapon upgrading interface, can be confusing and may not be immediately clear to new players.
The last minute of gameplay can be frustrating, leading to a higher rate of failure that diminishes the enjoyment of subsequent runs.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its solid mechanics, engaging roguelike elements, and unique features like the weapon rank system and scrap collection. Players appreciate the dynamic combat and variety of power-ups, although some suggest the need for more classes and weapon balancing. Overall, the game offers a fun and replayable experience reminiscent of early survivor-style games, with a good balance of challenge and progression.
- “A really good survivors-like game with a solid gameplay loop and good replayability.”
- “Gameplay - 5/5 - the roguelike mechanics of earning resources in gameplay and unlocking new abilities and powerups is overall well designed.”
- “Fun, snappy combat and an art style that lends itself well to the hectic gameplay!”
- “The graphics and mechanics don't seem terribly unique, but it's put together in a way that lets you progress pretty quickly and you can see improvements in the next run when you buy the meta upgrades.”
- “This reminds me of early vampire survivors times with a very similar art style and gameplay.”
- “Gameplay and enemies feel more dynamic than others in the genre.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered serviceable, featuring a decent pixel art style that is colorful and functional, though not groundbreaking. While the visuals effectively distinguish different bosses and enemies, they lack uniqueness and innovation, reminiscent of early titles like Vampire Survivors. Overall, the graphics support the fast-paced gameplay, making for an enjoyable experience without being visually stunning.
- “The graphics are pretty decent - great colors and the sprite work gets the job done.”
- “Fun, snappy combat and an art style that lends itself well to the hectic gameplay!”
- “The graphics and mechanics don't seem terribly unique, but it's put together in a way that lets you progress pretty quickly and you can see improvements in the next run when you buy the meta upgrades.”
- “This reminds me of early Vampire Survivors times with a very similar art style and gameplay.”
- “Graphics - 3/5 - serviceable, won't hurt your eyes and you can distinguish different bosses and enemies.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers excellent replayability, featuring a solid gameplay loop that encourages players to experiment with various weapon builds and face increasing difficulties. Many users find it highly addictive and infinitely replayable, making it a standout in the survivors-like genre.
- “So much fun and infinitely replayable - very addicting.”
- “A really good survivors-like game with a solid gameplay loop and good replayability.”
- “Has a lot of replay value through your ability to create new builds of weapons as you level them up and increasing difficulties.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that while the main content of the game can be completed in under four hours, the post-game experience can become excessively grindy, particularly for those seeking to unlock achievements. However, some players appreciate the option to pursue these achievements without feeling obligated to invest an excessive amount of time.
- “I also see where it looks like I should be able to 'finish the game' with achievements and unlocks without spending the rest of my life grinding.”
- “Gets a bit achievement-grindy after you beat the base content, which takes less than 4 hours, so if you're into that, sure.”
- “I also see where it looks like I should be able to 'finish the game' with achievements and unlocks without spending the rest of my life grinding.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its excellent optimization, demonstrating stability with no stuttering, screen tearing, or technical issues reported over extensive playtime. This level of performance is considered significant by users.
- “The result is a product that is stable, with no stuttering, no screen tearing, and no technical missteps of any kind that I noticed in 11 hours, so that's significant in itself.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is primarily driven by a multitude of quests that players are encouraged to complete for monetary rewards, which can be used for weapon customization and unlocking useful features and cosmetics. This quest-centric approach enhances gameplay by allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received criticism for being insufficient and lacking in quality, with multiple users expressing disappointment in this aspect.
- “My biggest gripe is that the music is so lacking.”